Network Development Project Manager
* Job Number: 558256
* Closing at: May 6 2026 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations and you'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in the office – Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen.
Salary: £50,100– £75,100 + car/car allowance + performance related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available
The role
As part of continued growth across SSEN Transmission, we’re looking to appoint a Network Development Project Manager within our Project Development team. This is a key role at the optioneering/routing stage the project lifecycle, where you’ll shape how our transmission network evolves to meet future demand. You’ll lead the development of complex reinforcement and connection schemes, working closely with system planning, asset management and wider stakeholders to ensure investment options are robust, coordinated and aligned with whole‑system and whole‑lifecycle thinking from the outset.
You will
* Manage, coordinate and support the development of schemes triggered by load or non-load means across the SSEN Transmission area, as well as schemes that interface with other Transmission Owners.
* Develop close working relationships with System Planning and Asset Management on their portfolio of works as well as other dependant disciplines to ensure the whole system and whole lifecycle are considered at a very early stage of the Area System Plans.
* Validate the technical design, programme (including outage implications), safety and quality plans, in compliance with the Construction Design Management (CDM) Regulations.
* Support the strategic optioneering of the network with the development of options; their conceptual design, cost and programme and provide support to Transmission System Planning Engineers in the conceptual design cost and programme for reinforcement and connection options considered in feasibility studies.
* Develop Area System Plans and wider reinforcement options along with system planning and other key stakeholders.
You have
* Experience in managing the development of an infrastructure project through the optioneering/routing stages of project development.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive forward a large program of works in a changing environment and be able to interpret wider business drivers and implement appropriate plans accordingly. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence and motivate others.
* A good commercial understanding and demonstrable experience in managing and reporting on a significant annual budget.
* A detailed understanding of the electrical network and a thorough knowledge of the regulatory framework and licence obligations of the transmission owners.
* Safety and Operational experience including Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations and operational safety rules.
* An engineering qualification is desirable and a detailed understanding of the RIIO-T3 business plan or ASTI programme and regulatory commitments is highly advantageous.
About SSE
SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.
own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact / 01738 351671 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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